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Episode 197: How to Lose like a Winner

The ProPhysique Code

Release Date: 05/16/2024

Shit They Don't Tell You About Fat Loss show art Shit They Don't Tell You About Fat Loss

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Join Paul, Lexie, and Evan as they pull back the curtain on the realities of fat loss and prep that rarely get talked about. The hosts break down common misconceptions around losing body fat and dive into topics that are often left out of the conversation.

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Episode 373: New Year Shenanigans show art Episode 373: New Year Shenanigans

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In this episode, Danika and Paul share their personal intentions and goals for the new year ahead, break down the most common New Year goals they hear as coaches, and discuss the tools, mindset shifts, and systems that actually help you set meaningful goals and stay consistent in working toward them.

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Episode 372: Ins, Outs & In-Betweens: Our 2025 Recap show art Episode 372: Ins, Outs & In-Betweens: Our 2025 Recap

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In this episode, our hosts reflect on some of their favorite core memories from 2025 — from standout shows to unforgettable moments and everything in between. They also break down the year’s ins, outs, and in-betweens, sharing what they noticed, what stuck, and what they’re carrying with them into the new year.

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Episode 371: Building the Blueprint: How to Set Smart Goals for 2026 show art Episode 371: Building the Blueprint: How to Set Smart Goals for 2026

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If you’re thinking about competing in 2026, this episode is your starting point. We break down common goal-setting mistakes, realistic timelines, and how to approach prep goals like a mature, serious athlete. From choosing the right season to understanding what actually needs to be built before prep begins, this conversation helps you move from vague ambition to a clear, executable plan.

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Episode 370: The Shift: From Lifestyle to Prep Client show art Episode 370: The Shift: From Lifestyle to Prep Client

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In this episode, Paul, Danika, and Stephanie sit down to discuss the evolution of a lifestyle client transitioning into a prep client. They break down what truly changes when an athlete makes this shift — physically, mentally, and emotionally. From readiness and expectations to the increased demands of prep, the hosts share real coaching insight on how (and when) a lifestyle client is actually prepared to take the leap into competition.

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Episode 369: The BIG jump from a regional to national show show art Episode 369: The BIG jump from a regional to national show

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In this episode, our hosts recap NPC Nationals from this past weekend, where each had athletes competing on the national stage. They share firsthand observations from the show, discuss trends they noticed across divisions, and dive into what truly separates athletes who are ready to compete at the national level from those who still need more time to develop.

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Episode 368: Health Beyond the Macros: Parenting and Perspective show art Episode 368: Health Beyond the Macros: Parenting and Perspective

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In this episode Danika and AnnMarie Lawrence have an honest conversation about how their approach to health, nutrition, and self-care has evolved as they have moved through different seasons of life, especially parenthood.  They explore what it means to nourish both themsleves and their families without perfection, how priorities shift when performance gives way to presence, and why health should be adaptable rather than rigid. 

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Episode 367: Why you aren't IMPROVING in your Improvement Season show art Episode 367: Why you aren't IMPROVING in your Improvement Season

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In this episode, our hosts explore the common roadblocks holding athletes back in their improvement season. From training intensity to accountability and beyond, they discuss what truly moves the needle—plus the traits their top-performing athletes consistently bring to the table.

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Episode 366: Prep Q&A: Lasting in Bodybuilding + Surviving a 20lb Post-Show Rebound show art Episode 366: Prep Q&A: Lasting in Bodybuilding + Surviving a 20lb Post-Show Rebound

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In this episode, Paul, Lexie and Evan answer some prep related questions asked by YOU guys. Questions stemming from "how to find longevity in the sport of bodybuilding" to "what to do if you gain 20lbs post show" are answered by our hosts.Enjoy this variety-packed episode filled with valuable insights across a wide range of topics!

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Episode 365: Contest Prep Mistakes to Avoid show art Episode 365: Contest Prep Mistakes to Avoid

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In this special episode, Paul sits down with coach Matt, who is based in South Africa, to talk about contest prep mistakes. Paul and Matt briefly discuss Paul's potential return to stage with Matt's guidance while breaking down some common mistakes made from competitors before, during and after a contest prep.

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In this episode, our prep hosts briefly discuss a bit of the Pittsburgh Pro and the results from that before diving into the main topic of how to lose like a winner. In the sport of bodybuilding, most competitors are going to deal with an unfavorable placing at some point. Our hosts discuss their personal experiences with this and some of their tips for losing with grace and using it to make you a better athlete moving forward.